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Oflacin Dx is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. The alternative uses of Oflacin Dx have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflacin Dx. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Oflacin Dx include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Some other side effects of Oflacin Dx have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Oflacin Dx normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Oflacin Dx has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Oflacin Dx related warnings talks about Oflacin Dx's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Oflacin Dx since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Oflacin Dx have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Oflacin Dx may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Oflacin Dx is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Oflacin Dx is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oflacin Dx is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Oflacin Dx safe for pregnant women?
Oflacin Dx shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Oflacin Dx safe during breastfeeding?
Oflacin Dx may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oflacin Dx on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Oflacin Dx. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Oflacin Dx on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Oflacin Dx. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Oflacin Dx only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Oflacin Dx on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of Oflacin Dx on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Oflacin Dx should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflacin Dx unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflacin Dx habit forming or addictive?
Oflacin Dx does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Oflacin Dx
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Oflacin Dx and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflacin Dx
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Oflacin Dx with alcohol.
Take Oflacin Dx as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Oflacin Dx is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
Oflacin Dx can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, long-term use of Oflacin Dx can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Yes, Oflacin Dx causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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